Same. I actually set it to 80% charge max for now and still get 40 miles. My work drive is 19 miles one way. So the 40 miles on 80% battery is real, not just an overestimate. I imagine this range reduces with colder weather ahead in winter, it is still better than expected.
Question about PHEVs: Let’s say your daily commute is 15 miles one way. You manage to do that commute almost entirely on EV every day. At the end of the year, you have circa 8,000 miles on the car, but the engine was in use for only 2,000 of those 8,000 miles. Does the system of the PHEV indicate the difference between miles traveled by EV mode and miles traveled by ICE?
I don’t know specifically if it differentiates between gas and EV but it will keep an actual MPG so if most of your driving is on EV and the gas engine comes on really sparingly then it wouldn’t be unrealistic to see 70-80 REAL mpg. BMWs fuel economy readings only go as high as 99.5 but in theory (and likely execution) you could beat even that
This looks like an awesome vehicle. I could see it peeling away some people looking at Rivian R1S. If it truly has a 39-mile electric range, that could be enough for many to stay mostly on electric for daily use. It would for me.
Depends what you value. As enthusiasts, which I would guess most of us are, the X5 is a little too much like an NPC vehicle from the wealthier areas of the GTA map.
@@Chubobo2010 they’re somewhat different videos - the worst and best videos are relative to other vehicles it competes against. The “X things you should know” videos are more JUST about the car in front of me and doesn’t really talk about how it relates to the competition
I have 3 friends who are mechanics. None of them know each other. They have all told me independently BMWs are still to lease and not to own and at 50K miles they slowly become a POS. I drive a 2016 Lexus GX with 135K miles and would love a new SUV that hauls the family, is fun to drive, but also something reliable. My mechanic friend told me last week “that X5 would not be running at 135k miles”. That said, have seen a lot of reviews that say BMW has been making the x5 forever and its super reliable. What gives? Anyone with experience? For what it’s worth, I have test driven an x5 and they do drive fantastic.
@ I could have worded that better. I will have them all over for cheese and crackers soon. Anyway, what about it? Are these guys just haters or do BMW’s turn into POSs around 50K miles? My GX is about as fun to drive as a dump truck but she just goes and gives me no troubles.
The X5 seems to be the most reliable BMW. Is it a Lexus? No. But, maintain it and drive it for 100K miles and sell it. Should do just fine...but, repairs are expensive, that's a fact.
![3 WORST ❌ And 6 BEST ✅ Things About The 2024 Lexus RX450h+ [Plug-In Hybrid]](/img/n.gif)
Special thanks to our Patreons for their support of the channel! Is there a better all-around SUV than a X5 PHEV??
I'm getting closer to 45-47 on electric. Some folks in the forums are getting 50. Love mine
@@carwashi niiiiicccceeee
Same. I actually set it to 80% charge max for now and still get 40 miles. My work drive is 19 miles one way. So the 40 miles on 80% battery is real, not just an overestimate. I imagine this range reduces with colder weather ahead in winter, it is still better than expected.
Another big plus if you buy a BMW 50e you will have aer suspension it is softer and more comfortable than BMW xDrive 401
Great review! Im deciding between M60 and 50e. Just curious how you think the real world acceleration events compare between the two?
Question about PHEVs: Let’s say your daily commute is 15 miles one way. You manage to do that commute almost entirely on EV every day. At the end of the year, you have circa 8,000 miles on the car, but the engine was in use for only 2,000 of those 8,000 miles. Does the system of the PHEV indicate the difference between miles traveled by EV mode and miles traveled by ICE?
I don’t know specifically if it differentiates between gas and EV but it will keep an actual MPG so if most of your driving is on EV and the gas engine comes on really sparingly then it wouldn’t be unrealistic to see 70-80 REAL mpg. BMWs fuel economy readings only go as high as 99.5 but in theory (and likely execution) you could beat even that
yes you will see how much you drive using electric and using gas, thru the apps
@@joelespanol1347
Thanks!
Coming from an X3 with a 4 cylinder 30i which X5 would you recommend? I want the air suspension with the m sport package!
Great review
@@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow thanks 👊
This looks like an awesome vehicle. I could see it peeling away some people looking at Rivian R1S. If it truly has a 39-mile electric range, that could be enough for many to stay mostly on electric for daily use. It would for me.
@@TapInBirdie totally!
An x5 has no cons. Only pros. Theres a reason it’s the benchmark because of zero compromise
told you, you'd like today's video
Of course you did 😂
Depends what you value. As enthusiasts, which I would guess most of us are, the X5 is a little too much like an NPC vehicle from the wealthier areas of the GTA map.
@@CIRCLEDARKlol hilarious
so matt last year you updated the banner of worst/best things and things you should know about each car, can you explain why.
@@Chubobo2010 they’re somewhat different videos - the worst and best videos are relative to other vehicles it competes against. The “X things you should know” videos are more JUST about the car in front of me and doesn’t really talk about how it relates to the competition
You delivered!! And released on Halloween day, of all days! Hahahaha. Thanks heaps, Matt!!! 🤩
@@artdelac any time 😁
@@dwnshft Hopefully I get to meet you at the NYC Motor show or at some other opportunity!
@ that would be cool! I’ll post on IG if I end up going to the NY show!
Great review...I agree with everything you say. I just wish they offered it in the X6.
It does seem odd they dont offer it in the X6
happy halloween matt, have you gone trick or treating?
Unfortunately, it looks like the X5 PHEV’s towing capacity is only 5,952, versus the 6,603 of the xDrive40i.
Edit: according to Car and Driver.
Interesting, thanks for the clarification! Still pretty solid capacity!
According to my dealer and Info I’ve found, it’s exactly the same
I have 3 friends who are mechanics. None of them know each other. They have all told me independently BMWs are still to lease and not to own and at 50K miles they slowly become a POS. I drive a 2016 Lexus GX with 135K miles and would love a new SUV that hauls the family, is fun to drive, but also something reliable. My mechanic friend told me last week “that X5 would not be running at 135k miles”. That said, have seen a lot of reviews that say BMW has been making the x5 forever and its super reliable. What gives? Anyone with experience? For what it’s worth, I have test driven an x5 and they do drive fantastic.
Dang you have 3 mechanic friends and you haven’t introduced them to each other? Seems like they’d be friends, no?
@ I could have worded that better. I will have them all over for cheese and crackers soon. Anyway, what about it? Are these guys just haters or do BMW’s turn into POSs around 50K miles? My GX is about as fun to drive as a dump truck but she just goes and gives me no troubles.
The X5 seems to be the most reliable BMW. Is it a Lexus? No. But, maintain it and drive it for 100K miles and sell it. Should do just fine...but, repairs are expensive, that's a fact.
pls do things you should know on cars next saturday-sunday
@@Chubobo2010 my upload schedule is tuesdays and thursdays - or are you asking to see more on this X5 PHEV?
@@dwnshft no
im getting 85km per full charge
Looks like something released in early 2000s
Get a byd, cheaper and better